“She blew a strand of hair from her face. “I don't normally invite a near-stranger into my apartment. I'm trying to work up my courage to do that.” He reached out a hand to cover hers. “I appreciate it. I can assure you that I am a law-abiding citizen. As a cop, I have to have a clean record.” RedemptionRomance Book QuotesBostonSecond ChancesLaw Enforcement RomanceThegift Book:The Gift Source: The Gift
“So you’re saying the ball’s in my court.” He bent his head, stopping just before his mouth touched hers. “The ball has always been in your court, Jessica,” he said huskily. “From the first moment I walked up to you at the Academy.” She looked at him for a moment. Then she stood up on her tiptoes and leaned into him. The instant her lips touched his, John slid one hand to her waist and threaded the other in her hair. About damn time.” Contemporary RomanceRomantic SuspenseFbi RomanceLaw Enforcement Romance Book:The Thing About Love Source: The Thing About Love